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Step into a role where you shape the moments the nation talks about. We are looking for an inspirational, strategic, and commercially minded events leader to own, grow, and evolve Reachs entire events portfolio - with Pride of Britain and Pride of Scotland awards! We are looking for a strategic and passionate leader capable of taking these iconic institutions to the next level, as well as leveraging our renowned portfolio of brands such The Mirror, The Express, and OK! into the events space.

Job Responsibility:

  • Own, grow, and evolve Reachs entire events portfolio including Pride of Britain and Pride of Scotland awards
  • Build a scalable, revenue-generating, culturally relevant events business that strengthens Reachs position
  • Oversee Pride of Britain and Pride of Scotland while defining and delivering a broader strategic events roadmap
  • Own the full lifecycle of major events - from creative vision and production through to commercial strategy, distribution, partnerships and audience growth
  • Work in deep collaboration with editorial, studio, sales and marketing teams across Reach
  • Lead and grow a high-performing team, setting the standard for excellence, creativity and ambition
  • Secure and manage top-tier venues, suppliers, talent and TV production
  • Work with high profile talent and Pride winners
  • Oversee production, logistics, timelines, budgets and operations across the events portfolio
  • Lead talent strategy including hosts, presenters, celebrities, influencers and contributors

Requirements:

  • Successful and reputable events and brand leader with experience delivering iconic live, broadcast and social-first experiences
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience working closely with sales teams, advertisers and sponsors
  • Proven experience in broadcast production and high-profile live events
  • Deep understanding of digital, social and influencer-driven content ecosystems
  • Experience with securing and managing top-tier venues, suppliers, talent and TV production
  • Strategic thinker who can balance creative ambition with commercial performance
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, resilient and energised by building and growing a portfolio of events
  • Calm, collaborative, solutions-focused and relentlessly ambitious
  • Proven ability to manage fast moving projects
  • Must be within a commutable distance from London
What we offer:
  • 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), extra day after three, five and 10 years service
  • Scheme to buy extra holiday
  • Extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer
  • Big moment day - extra days paid leave for a personal milestone
  • Company pension contributions matched up to 6% through salary sacrifice
  • Range of supportive and progressive people policies
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Car lease scheme for electric or hybrid cars through salary sacrifice
  • Wellbeing support including 24/7 assistance programme
  • Access to discounts including 15% off Reach's online marketplace Yimbly
  • Interest-free loans for season tickets and technology

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Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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